re/visions, an exhibition of theatrical adaptations and contemporary reimaginations through set and costume designs, explored how the act of world-building became both a method and creative meditation for young artists.
Held at the Fundacion Sansó, a nonprofit depository to promote the legacy of the artist, the show celebrated the 30th anniversary of the Production Design Program of the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) School of Arts, Culture, and Performance.
The display featured a collection of creations of current students, as well as the thesis outputs of the graduating batch – a culmination of several years of education on contemporary performance, film, television, and digital media industries.
The works perceived storytelling as an active intervention. The selection ranged from theatrical adaptations to contemporary reimaginations of popular and classic films, television series, songs, and even toys. It nostalgically exemplified a keen sense of sharp attention, deliberate imagination, and intentional care.
Each installation suggested an openness to the potential of diverse narratives. It highlighted the various possibilities when artists respond to design questions, probe deeper, and further investigate practices and processes in production.
“re/visions demonstrated the ability of the graduating students to construct immersive environments and complex visual narratives as they transition into the professional industry,” Benilde Production Design Chairperson Lawyn Cruz explained.
In line with the exhibition, two specialized workshops were likewise conducted to accentuate Benilde Production Design’s commitment to technical mastery.
Benilde Production Design faculty member Jude Pagtakhan delved into the tactile construction of essential narrative elements in a prop-making session.
Educator Jaydee Jasa, a homegrown talent of the program, championed the transformative power of cosmetics and professional stage techniques in a theater makeup class. “By bridging academic training with professional practice, this showcase of graduating talent, paired with skill-based learning, provided a comprehensive outlook at the intricate artistry required to bring theatrical worlds to life,” the workshop facilitator said.
For more information about the Benilde Production Design Program, visit facebook.com/benildeproductiondesign and benilde.edu.ph/programs/undergraduate-programs/production-design/.
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